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Barry Glassman Kathy Burley
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County Executive Director
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WINTER PROGRAM CATALOG // T ABLE OF CONTENTS
2019-2020 WINTER PROGRAMS
MINIMUM PARTICIPATION IS REQUIRED FOR PROGRAMS TO BE HELD.
CHAIR GOLD ZUMBA
SPORTS AND FITNESS A workout class with our traditional Zumba class music, but our
instructor Rozy has it centered mainly around seated exercises
DROP-IN GYM so that it is suited for all abilities. No class 12/25 and 1/1.
Unsupervised gym time for all ages; under 15 requires parent/ Dates: Wednesdays, December 11, 2019 - February 26, 2020
guardian supervision and under 18 requires parent/guardian Time: 10 - 11 a.m. Ages: 18+ Fee: $25/person
signature. Bring your own approved sports equipment. No Register online by: December 4
sessions 11/11, 11/28, 11/29, 12/25, 1/1 and 1/20. Location: Aberdeen Activity Center
7 Franklin Street, Aberdeen
Dates: Monday - Friday, November 4, 2019 - January 31, 2020
Contact: Zach Dawson, 410-638-4789 or
Time: 12 - 5 p.m. Ages: All, under 15 w/adult
zdawson@harfordcountymd.gov
Fee: $10/person Register online by: Ongoing
Location: Norrisville Library & Activity Center
ZUMBA TONING
5310 Norrisville Road, White Hall
A workout class centered around Zumba music that incorporates
Contact: Tim Mackey, 410-692-7820 or
dancing along with subtle other movements that help work up a
tmackey@harfordcountymd.gov
sweat while having fun. No class 12/26 and 1/2.
Dates: Thursdays, December 12, 2019 - February 27, 2020
Time: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Ages: 18+ Fee: $25/person
Register online by: December 5
Location: Aberdeen Activity Center
7 Franklin Street, Aberdeen
Contact: Zach Dawson, 410-638-4789 or
zdawson@harfordcountymd.gov
WEEKDAY PICKLEBALL
Drop-in pickleball for ages 18 and over. All skill levels welcome.
WALKING PROGRAM
Leave bad weather outside and join us for a walk around our
Dates: Mon., Weds., & Fridays, Dec. 2, 2019 - Feb. 28, 2020 gymnasium. No program on 1/20, 2/17, 5/25, 7/3, 9/7, 11/11,
Time: 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Ages: 18+ 11/26, 11/27, and 12/25.
Fee: $15/person Register online by: Ongoing
Location: Chenowith Activity Center Dates: Monday - Friday, January 2 - December 31, 2020
1707 Fallston Road, Fallston Time: 8 - 10 a.m. Ages: 50+ Fee: $10/person
Contact: Kathy Hall, 410-638-3559 or Register online by: Ongoing
kehall@harfordcountymd.gov Location: Edgewood Recreation and Community Center
1980 Brookside Drive, Edgewood
POUND ZUMBA Contact: Haley Ford, 410-612-1606 or
Pound fitness is a combination of cardio and weight training hnford@harfordcountymd.gov
exercise that includes some of the rhythmic techniques used
in Pilates. This full body workout usually lasts 45 minutes to an
hour. No class 12/23 and 12/30.
Dates: Mondays, December 9, 2019 - February 24, 2020
Time: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Ages: 18+ Fee: $25/person
Register online by: December 2
Location: Aberdeen Activity Center
7 Franklin Street, Aberdeen
Contact: Zach Dawson, 410-638-4789 or
zdawson@harfordcountymd.gov
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2019-2020 WINTER PROGRAMS
MINIMUM PARTICIPATION IS REQUIRED FOR PROGRAMS TO BE HELD.
WALKING PROGRAM WINTER BATTING PRACTICE
Leave the bad weather outside and join us for a walk around Practice your batting skills and receive hitting instruction while
our gymnasium. No program on 1/20, 2/17 and 5/25. using our medium to very fast batting cages. No program 1/20
and 2/17.
Dates: Monday - Thursday, January 2 - June 30, 2020
Time: 9 - 11 a.m. Ages: 18+ Fee: $5/person Dates: Mondays, January 6 - February 24, 2020
Register online by: Ongoing Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Ages: 16+ Fee: $30/person
Location: Norrisville Library & Activity Center Register online by: December 30
5310 Norrisville Road, White Hall Location: Emmorton Recreation and Tennis Center
Contact: Tim Mackey, 410-692-7820 or 2213 Old Emmorton Rd, Bel Air
tmackey@harfordcountymd.gov Contact: Dan Fama, 410-939-6724 or
dafama@harfordcountymd.gov
START SMART BASEBALL
An instructional sports program. The parent/guardian works one
-on-one with the participant learning the basic fundamentals of
baseball.
Dates: Thursdays, February 27 - April 2, 2020
Time: 10 - 11 a.m. Ages: 3 - 5, w/adult Fee: $30/person
Register online by: February 20
Location: Churchville Recreation Center - Level Building
3023 Level Road, Churchville
START SMART SOCCER Contact: Matt Frosolone, 410-638-3853 or
An instructional sports program where the parent/guardian mjfrosolone@harfordcountymd.gov
works one-on-one with the participant learning the basic
fundamentals of soccer. START SMART LACROSSE
Dates: Thursdays, January 9 - February 13, 2020 An instructional sports program. The parent/guardian works one
Time: 10 - 11 a.m. Ages: 3 - 5, w/adult Fee: $30/person -on-one with the participant learning the basic fundamentals of
Register online by: January 2 lacrosse.
Location: Churchville Recreation Center - Level Building Dates: Thursdays, February 27 - April 2, 2020
3023 Level Road, Churchville Time: 1 - 2 p.m. Ages: 3 - 5, w/adult Fee: $30/person
Contact: Matt Frosolone, 410-638-3853 or Register online by: February 20
mjfrosolone@harfordcountymd.gov Location: Forest Hill/ Hickory Activities Center
2213 Commerce Road, Forest Hill
START SMART FOOTBALL Contact: Haley Ford, 410-612-1606 or
An instructional sports program. The parent/guardian works one hnford@harfordcountymd.gov
-on-one with the participant learning the basic fundamentals of
football.
Dates: Thursdays, January 9 - February 13, 2020
Time: 1 - 2 p.m. Ages: 3 - 5, w/adult Fee: $30/person
Register online by: January 2
Location: Emmorton Recreation and Tennis Center
2213 Old Emmorton Rd, Bel Air
Contact: Chad McGraw, 410-638-3988 or
cemcgraw@harfordcountymd.gov
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2019-2020 WINTER PROGRAMS
MINIMUM PARTICIPATION IS REQUIRED FOR PROGRAMS TO BE HELD.
ARTS AND CRAFTS
NATURE ORNAMENTS
Homemade ornaments are something that make each home’s
tree unique. Make ornaments from natural materials you can
find around the park.
Date: Monday, December 2, 2019 Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Ages: 6+, under 18 w/adult Fee: $5/person
HOLIDAY WREATH MAKING
Register online by: November 27 by 12 p.m.
Craft a festive wreath to deck your halls! We provide
Location: Eden Mill Nature Center
refreshments, fresh greens, 12” wreath frames, and know how.
1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville
You bring your creativity!
Contact: Eden Mill Nature Center, 410-836-3050 or
edenmill@harfordcountymd.gov Date: Saturday, December 7, 2019 Time: 2 - 4 p.m.
WINTER WONDERLAND Ages: 8+, under 13 w/adult Fee: $12/project
We can have so much fun in winter! Join us for some wonderful Register online by: December 6
winter crafts that can be displayed all season long and fun Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
winter science projects that will be a blast to make! 700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon
Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or
Dates: Wednesdays, December 4 - 18, 2019
ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov
Time: 10 - 11 a.m. Ages: 3 - 5 Fee: $20/person
Register online by: November 20
NATURAL ORNAMENT WORKSHOP
Location: Recreation Division Office
Make one-of-a-kind keepsake ornaments, as many as you
3889 Norrisville Road, Jarrettsville
want, from natural materials, to cherish for years to come!
Contact: Meghan Denhard, 410-638-3572 or
Light refreshments provided.
madenhard@harfordcountymd.gov
Date: Sunday, December 8, 2019 Time: 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Ages: All, under 13 w/adult Fee: $5/project
Register online by: December 7
Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon
Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or
ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov
I’M THE GINGERBREAD MAN QUILTING
Join us while we decorate gingerbread cookies, listen to festive Bring your quilting creations and get to work! No instruction
holiday music, and learn about the folklore around the available.
gingerbread man. Date: Fridays, December 6 - 27, 2019; January 3 - 31, 2020
Date: Wednesday, December 4, 2019 Time: 6 - 7 p.m. and February 7 - 28, 2020
Ages: 4+, under 18 w/adult Fee: $10/person Time: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Ages: 18+ Fee: $8/person
Register online by: November 20 by 6 p.m. Register online by: Ongoing until program is full
Location: Eden Mill Nature Center Location: Aberdeen Activities Center
1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville 7 Franklin Street, Aberdeen
Contact: Eden Mill Nature Center, 410-836-3050 or Contact: Zachary Dawson, 410-638-4789 or
edenmill@harfordcountymd.gov zdawson@harfordcountymd.gov
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2019-2020 WINTER PROGRAMS
MINIMUM PARTICIPATION IS REQUIRED FOR PROGRAMS TO BE HELD.
CHRISTMAS GRAHAM HOUSE
Build and decorate your own sweet, snowy scenes from graham
crackers and assorted treats.
Date: Friday, December 13, 2019 Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Ages: 5+, under 16 w/adult Fee: $12/project
Register online by: November 22
Location: Churchville Recreation Center - Level Building
3023 Level Road, Churchville
PARACORD PUPS Contact: Joshua Lemly, 410-638-4345 or
Have you made a paracord bracelet? Take those knot-tying skills jhlemly@harfordcountymd.gov
and create some great projects for your pup. Each month we will
craft a new toy or accessory to bring home for your dog. GINGERBREAD, WHAT?
Construct gingerbread cabins with an eco-friendly, delicious
Dates: Tuesdays, December 10, 2019; January 14 & February
landscape to give away as a gift or keep for your family as a
11, 2020 Time: 6 - 7 p.m. Ages: 6+, under 18 w/adult
sweet snack.
Fee: $10/person
Register online by: Nov. 26, Dec. 31 and Jan. 28 by 6 p.m. Date: Saturday, December 14, 2019 Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Location: Eden Mill Nature Center Ages: 4+, under 13 w/adult Fee: $10/project
1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville Register online by: December 13
Contact: Eden Mill Nature Center, 410-836-3050 or Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
edenmill@harfordcountymd.gov 700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon
Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or
MADE BY MY LITTLE HANDS CALENDAR
ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov
Create lasting memories with your little ones as you help them
create a 2020 calendar that will leave their hands messy and
their faces glowing!
Date: Friday, December 13, 2019 Time: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Ages: 2 - 5 Fee: $15/person
Register online by: December 1
Location: Emmorton Recreation and Tennis Center
2213 Old Emmorton Rd, Bel Air
Contact: Evan Myers, 410-638-3572 or
emyers@harfordcountymd.gov
HOLIDAY CRAFT WORKSHOP PINECONE PALOOZA
Get ready for the holidays by making some holiday cards that Pinecones are a great way to decorate your home for the
everyone will love and a small ginger bread house for winter. Learn how to prepare the pinecones and other seeds to
decoration. use in different projects, then create your own pinecone décor.
Date: Friday, December 13, 2019 Time: 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Date: Sunday, December 15, 2019 Time: 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
Ages: 6+, under 13 w/adult Fee: $15/person Ages: 8+, under 13 w/adult Fee: $5/project
Register online by: November 30 Register online by: December 14
Location: Eden Mill Nature Center Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville 700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon
Contact: Eden Mill Nature Center, 410-836-3050 or Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or
edenmill@harfordcountymd.gov ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov
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2019-2020 WINTER PROGRAMS
MINIMUM PARTICIPATION IS REQUIRED FOR PROGRAMS TO BE HELD.
UGLY CHRISTMAS SWEATER PARTY GALACTIC SLIME
It’s time to break out your best ugly Christmas sweaters! Put on Learn about outer space while making some awesome galactic
your sweater and join us for Christmas stories, cookies, games slime to take home.
and a craft. Date: Friday, January 17, 2020 Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Ages: 5 - 16, under 12 w/adult Fee: $7/person
Date: Tuesday, December 17, 2019 Time: 6 - 7 p.m. Register online by: January 3
Ages: 6+, under 18 w/adult Fee: $5/person Location: Aberdeen Activity Center
Register online by: December 3 by 6 p.m. 7 Franklin Street, Aberdeen
Location: Eden Mill Nature Center Contact: Jill Kane, 410-939-6714 or
jekane@harfordcountymd.gov
1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville
Contact: Eden Mill Nature Center, 410-836-3050 or
edenmill@harfordcountymd.gov COCOA & SNOW
Learn how snow is made, make a snowflake to take home,
enjoy some hot cocoa, and read a story.
Date: Wednesday, January 22, 2020 Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Ages: 6+, under 18 w/adult Fee: $5/person
Register online by: January 15
Location: Eden Mill Nature Center
1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville
Contact: Eden Mill Nature Center, 410-836-3050 or
edenmill@harfordcountymd.gov
WINTER SOLSTICE LANTERN
Celebrate the shortest day of the year! Search the forest for
items to create a festive lantern to place in your yard. Finish
with a warm cup of cocoa.
Date: Saturday, December 21, 2019 Time: 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Ages: 8+, under 13 w/adult Fee: $5/person
Register online by: December 20
Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon
Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or
ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov
RUSTIC WINTER BIRD FEEDERS
Not all birds migrate - some tough out the winter here in HANDMADE VALENTINES
Maryland. Make a log birdfeeder to take home for backyard Using handmade papers and treasures from nature, create
birds and help them survive the season of scarce resources. keepsake valentines for all your favorite people.
Date: Sunday, January 12, 2020 Time: 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. Date: Saturday, February 8, 2020 Time: 2 - 4 p.m.
Ages: 8+, under 13 w/adult Fee: $6/project Ages: 5+, under 13 w/adult Fee: $5/person
Register online by: January 11 Register online by: February 7
Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon 700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon
Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or
ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov
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2019-2020 WINTER PROGRAMS
MINIMUM PARTICIPATION IS REQUIRED FOR PROGRAMS TO BE HELD.
BE MY VALENTINE REVERSE TIE-DYE
Make a valentine for someone special and ice a pair of cookies Bring your own black t-shirt to try some reverse tie-dye. Leave
for you and your valentine. with a unique tie-dye shirt of your own creation!
Date: Wednesday, February 12, 2020 Time: 6 - 7 p.m. Date: Friday, February 21, 2020 Time: 3 - 4 p.m.
Ages: 6+, under 18 w/adult Fee: $5/person Ages: 5 - 16, under 12 w/adult Fee: $6/project
Register online by: January 29 by 6 p.m. Register online by: February 7
Location: Aberdeen Activity Center
Location: Eden Mill Nature Center
7 Franklin Street, Aberdeen
1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville Contact: Jill Kane, 410-939-6714 or
Contact: Eden Mill Nature Center, 410-836-3050 or jekane@harfordcountymd.gov
edenmill@harfordcountymd.gov
MARSH FAIRY LANTERNS
VALENTINE TEA FOR MOMMY AND ME Fanciful fairies are known to inhabit all sorts of places,
Come celebrate Valentine’s Day with your little valentine! Join including the marsh. Create a beautiful, decorative lantern that
us for a tea party and craft-making class with your little ones. is reminiscent of the lush world of marsh fairies in the summer.
Date: Thursday, February 13, 2020 Time: 10 - 11 a.m. Date: Saturday, February 22, 2020 Time: 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Ages: 0 - 5 , w/ registered adult Fee: $3/person Ages: 8+, under 13 w/adult Fee: $10/project
Register online by: January 30 Register online by: February 21
Location: Recreation Division Office Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
3889 Norrisville Rd, Jarrettsville 700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon
Contact: Meghan Denhard, 410-638-3572 or Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or
madenhard@harfordcountymd.gov ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov
BEE NATURE’S VALENTINE
Share your love for nature by learning what you can do to help
pollinators. Create seed paper valentines and enjoy a tasty
honey treat.
Date: Saturday, February 15, 2020 Time: 2:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Ages: 5+, under 13 w/adult Fee: $5/person
Register online by: February 14
Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon
Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or
ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov SNOW SLIME
Bring the snow inside for this cool, hands-on fluffy snow slime
making program. Create something fun and messy with us and
take your creation home.
Date: Saturday, February 29, 2020 Time: 3 - 4 p.m.
Ages: 5+, under 13 w/adult Fee: $5/person
Register online by: February 28
Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon
Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or
ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov
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2019-2020 WINTER PROGRAMS
MINIMUM PARTICIPATION IS REQUIRED FOR PROGRAMS TO BE HELD.
LEISURE NATURE/ENVIRONMENT
DROP-IN BILLIARDS NATURE HOMESCHOOL - COPING WITH THE COLD
For ages 50+, play at two tables in our game room. Sticks will not Learn how animals prepare for and survive the winter season by
learning about adaptation, migration, and hibernation.
be provided. No sessions on 1/20, 2/17, 5/25, 7/3, 9/7, 11/11,
11/27, or 12/25. Date: Wednesdays, December 4, 11 & 18, 2019
Time: 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Ages: 6 - 12
Dates: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, Jan. 3 - Dec. 30, 2020 Fee: $25/person Register online by: November 20
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Ages: 50+ Location: Eden Mill Nature Center
Fee: $20/person Register online by: Ongoing 1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville
Location: Edgewood Recreation & Community Center Contact: Eden Mill Nature Center, 410-836-3050 or
edenmill@harfordcountymd.gov
1980 Brookside Drive, Edgewood
Contact: Haley Ford, 410-612-1606 or
INATURALIST TREK
hnford@harfordcountymd.gov
Tap into your inner naturalist! Use the iNaturalist app while
searching Leight Park for interesting plants and animals and
help us collect biodiversity data. Learn how you can utilize this
program on other outdoor adventures.
Dates/Times: Saturdays, Dec. 7, 2019 & Jan. 11, 2020;
11 a.m. - 12 p.m., and Feb. 15, 2020; 1 - 2 p.m.
Ages: All, under 13 w/ adult Fee: Free
CARDS
Register online by: Day of Program
Play your favorite card games with friends. No sessions on
Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
1/20 or 2/17.
700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon
Dates: Mondays & Tuesdays, December 2 - 31, 2019
Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or
January 6 - 28, 2020 and February 3 - 25, 2020
ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov
Time: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Ages: 18+
Fee: $8/person for once a week, $12/person for twice a week
Register online by: Ongoing until program is full
SWAN HARBOR HIKE
Join us at Swan Harbor for a beautiful winter hike! Be sure to
Location: Aberdeen Activities Center wear warm clothes!
7 Franklin Street, Aberdeen
Date: Thursday, December 12, 2019 Time: 3 - 4 p.m.
Contact: Zachary Dawson, 410-638-4789 or
Ages: 5+, under 12 w/adult Fee: Free
zdawson@harfordcountymd.gov Register online by: December 11
Location: Swan Harbor Farm
BILLIARDS 401 Oakington Rd, Havre De Grace
Gather friends and play a game of pool! No class 12/25 and 1/1. Contact: Jill Kane, 410-939-6714 or
jekane@harfordcountymd.gov
Dates: Wednesdays and Thursdays, December 4 - 26, 2019
January 2 - 30, 2020 and February 5 - 27, 2020
Time: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Ages: 18+
Fee: $8/person for once a week, $12/person for twice a week
Register online by: Ongoing until program is full
Location: Aberdeen Activities Center
7 Franklin Street, Aberdeen
Contact: Zachary Dawson, 410-638-4789 or
zdawson@harfordcountymd.gov
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2019-2020 WINTER PROGRAMS
MINIMUM PARTICIPATION IS REQUIRED FOR PROGRAMS TO BE HELD.
TAILS AND TOTS YULE LOG WORKSHOP AND CAMPFIRE
Story time with a natural twist! Listen to stories, learn new Create a yule log to decorate your home or give as a gift. Close
songs, and move like the animals. out the afternoon with a campfire burning of our yule log and
enjoy a delicious yule log treat.
Date/Times: Sundays, Dec. 15, 2019; 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. &
Jan. 19 and Feb. 16, 2020; 1 - 2 p.m. Date: Saturday, December 21, 2019 Time: 2:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Ages: 0 - 6, w/ adult Fee: Free Ages: 6+, under 13 w/adult Fee: $10/family
Register online by: Ongoing Register online by: December 20
Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon 700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon
Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or
ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov
MEET A CRITTER
Check out one of our live critters up close while discovering
what makes that animal special.
Dates/Times: Sundays, Dec. 22, 2019 & Jan. 5, 2020; 1 - 2 p.m.
and Feb. 2, 2020; 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Ages: All, under 13 w/adult Fee: Free
Register online by: Day of program
Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon
WINTER ADULT HIKING SERIES
Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or
Join us for a guided hike as we explore what the Eden Mill
ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov
landscape has to offer. December 17: Sounds of Winter,
January 21: Winter Exploration and February 18: Historic Hike.
Dates: Tuesdays, Dec. 17, 2019, Jan. 21, 2020 & Feb. 18, 2020
Time: 1 - 2 p.m. Ages: 18+ Fee: Free
Register online by: 24 hours in advance
Location: Eden Mill Nature Center
1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville
Contact: Eden Mill Nature Center, 410-836-3050 or
edenmill@harfordcountymd.gov
STORYTIME ADVENTURE SIGNS OF THE SEASON
Join us for an outdoor story and activity to explore the natural Winter has officially arrived! Search the woods for signs of the
world around us. December 19; learn all about black bears, season, and collect natural items to decorate a salt dough
January 16; learn how birds survive the winter, and February
winter wreath or diorama. Hot chocolate provided.
20; learn all about maple trees.
Dates: Thursdays, Dec. 19, 2019, Jan. 16, 2020 & Feb. 20, 2020 Date: Saturday, Dec. 28, 2019 Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Time: 11:00 - 11:45 a.m. Ages: All, under 18 w/adult Ages: 4+, under 13 w/adult Fee: $4/person
Fee: Free Register online by: December 27
Register online by: 48 hours prior to program
Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
Location: Eden Mill Park Pavilion
1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville 700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon
Contact: Eden Mill Nature Center, 410-836-3050 or Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or
edenmill@harfordcountymd.gov ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov
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MINIMUM PARTICIPATION IS REQUIRED FOR PROGRAMS TO BE HELD.
CRITTER DINNER TIME COOL COATS, WARM CRITTERS
Watch our turtles, amphibians and snakes eat while you learn How do mammals stay warm during the winter? Gather around
about these fascinating creatures. the pellet stove and find out.
Dates/Times: Saturdays, Dec. 28, 2019; 1:30 - 2:30 p.m., Date: Sunday, January 5, 2020 Time: 3 - 4 p.m.
Jan. 18, 2020 & Feb. 15, 2020; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Ages: 5+, under 13 w/adult Fee: $3/person
Ages: All, under 13 w/adult Fee: Free Register online by: January 5 by 1 p.m.
Register online by: Day of program Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center 700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon
700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or
Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov
ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov
NATURE PLAYGROUP
Little ones and their parents play and learn in the natural world.
Stories, songs, crafts and outings will highlight each day’s
theme. Topics: full moon, snow, groundhogs, hibernation, owls,
and skunk cabbage (No class 1/20 or 2/17).
Dates: Mondays, January 6 - February 24, 2020
Time: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Ages: 0-5, w/adult
Fee: $42/child Register online by: Ongoing
Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon
WINTER CAMPING 101
Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or
Waking up to a fresh layer of snow outside your tent can be a
highlight of camping in the winter. Cold weather camping ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov
however can also come with plenty of challenges and things to
keep in mind. We will discuss gear, tips, and tricks to make
your winter camping a comfortable and fun trip.
Date: Thursday, January 2, 2020 Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Ages: 6+, under 18 w/adult Fee: Free
Register online by: January 1 by 6 p.m.
Location: Eden Mill Park Pavilion
1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville
Contact: Eden Mill Nature Center, 410-836-3050 or
edenmill@harfordcountymd.gov
NATURE TOTS
OWL PROWL Toddlers and their parents play and learn in the natural world.
Venture into the woods of Bosely Conservancy on a cold winter Stories, songs, crafts and outings will highlight each day’s
evening to hear the call of these elusive creatures and possibly theme. Topics: full moon, snow, groundhogs, hibernation, owls,
catch a glimpse of them. skunk cabbage (No class 1/20 or 2/17).
Date: Saturday, January 4, 2020 Time: 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. Dates: Mondays, January 6 - February 24, 2020
Ages: 8+, under 16 w/paying adult Fee: $5/person Time: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Ages: 2-3 w/adult
Register online by: January 4 by 3 p.m. Fee: $42/child Register online by: Ongoing
Location: Bosely Conservancy Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
2601 Perry Avenue, Edgewood 700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon
Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or
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NATURE HOMESCHOOL - HIDDEN BENEFITS OF SUCCULENTS SOIREE
Indoor plants are a great way to counter the dreary winter
EVERGREENS days. Come learn what makes succulents such a hardy yet
Many people used evergreens to help celebrate Christmas. beautiful plant variety and create a small garden to bring some
Learn about the many other ways evergreens are beneficial. life to your indoor space.
We will hike the park to learn to identify local species.
Date: Friday, January 17, 2020 Time: 2 - 3 p.m.
Ages: 6+, under 18 w/adult Fee: $10/person
Date: Wednesdays, January 8, 15 & 22, 2020
Register online by: January 3 by 2 p.m.
Time: 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Ages: 6 - 12 Fee: $25/person Location: Eden Mill Park Pavilion
Register online by: December 25 1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville
Location: Eden Mill Nature Center Contact: Eden Mill Nature Center, 410-836-3050 or
1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville edenmill@harfordcountymd.gov
Contact: Eden Mill Nature Center, 410-836-3050 or
edenmill@harfordcountymd.gov A HUNT FOR TRACKS
Although wildlife are quick to hide when people are around, they
do leave tracks for us to find along the ground. Bring fresh eyes
and old shoes as we search the trails of Bosely Conservancy for
signs of wildlife. Create a track mold to take home.
Date: Saturday, January 18, 2020 Time: 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
Ages: 5+, under 13 w/adult Fee: $4/person
Register online by: January 17
Location: Bosely Conservancy
2601 Perry Avenue, Edgewood
Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or
ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov
TWEET TREATS
Join us in learning about different birds you might find around
your house and make a hanging treat to put outside your
window and see who comes to visit.
Date: Wednesday, January 8, 2020 Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Ages: 6+, under 18 w/adult Fee: $5/person
Register online by: December 26 by 6 p.m.
Location: Eden Mill Park Pavilion
1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville
Contact: Eden Mill Nature Center, 410-836-3050 or
edenmill@harfordcountymd.gov
NUTS ABOUT SQUIRRELS
Though some people complain about these wily rodents raiding
their birdfeeders, squirrels can be lots of fun to watch.
WINTER FORAGERS HIKE
The trees may be bare but there is still plenty to eat for the Celebrate Squirrel Appreciation Day by learning more about
animals that call Mariner Point Park home. Join us on a short these cute critters and make a squirrel craft to take home.
hike as we learn about how animals survive the winter. Date: Saturday, January 18, 2020 Time: 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Date: Thursday, January 9, 2020 Time: 3 - 4 p.m. Ages: 5+, under 13 w/adult Fee: $3/person
Ages: 6+, under 18 w/adult Fee: Free Register online by: January 17
Register online by: January 8 by 3 p.m.
Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
Location: Mariner Point Park
100 Kearney Drive, Joppa 700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon
Contact: Eden Mill Nature Center, 410-836-3050 or Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or
edenmill@harfordcountymd.gov ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov
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MIGRATION OR HIBERNATION WINTER TREE ID HIKE
Many animals face a decision as the season changes. Should Now that all the leaves have fallen, how can you distinguish the
they migrate to warmer weather or should they make a den trees around you? Join us for a short hike as we discuss basic
and hibernate through the winter? Join us as we learn what
characteristics to identify our trees without leaves.
drives these decisions each year.
Date: Thursday, January 23, 2020 Time: 6 - 7 p.m. Date: Tuesday, January 28, 2020 Time: 3 - 4 p.m.
Ages: 6+, under 18 w/adult Fee: $3/person Ages: 6+, under 18 w/adult Fee: Free
Register online by: January 22 by 3 p.m. Register online by: January 27 by 3 p.m.
Location: Eden Mill Park Pavilion Location: Edgeley Grove Park
1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville 864 Smith Lane, Fallston
Contact: Eden Mill Nature Center, 410-836-3050 or Contact: Eden Mill Nature Center, 410-836-3050 or
edenmill@harfordcountymd.gov edenmill@harfordcountymd.gov
SPRING OR SNOW? THE GROUNDHOG KNOWS FOR
HOMESCHOOL
Learn about Punxsutawney Phil. We will learn the folklore and
traditions and make a top hat to wear on the big day.
Date: Thursday, January 30, 2020 Time: 3 - 4 p.m.
Ages: 6 - 18 Fee: $3/person
Register online by: January 16 by 3 p.m.
Location: Eden Mill Park Pavilion
1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville
Contact: Eden Mill Nature Center, 410-836-3050 or
CHILLY INSECT HUNT edenmill@harfordcountymd.gov
Grab your family and a magnifying glass to venture outside to
hunt for insects. In the winter? Absolutely! Learn all the tricks BUDS AND BARK TREE ID
to buggy winter survival. Deciduous trees can be tricky to identify in the winter because
Date: Saturday, January 25, 2020 Time: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. their leaves have fallen. Hike to identify some key
Ages: 5+, under 13 w/adult Fee: $3/person characteristics to help you figure out which is which. Then,
Register online by: January 24 warm up by the fire with some hot chocolate.
Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center Date: Sunday, February 2, 2020 Time: 2:30 - 4:00 p.m.
700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon Ages: 11+, under 13 w/adult Fee: $4/person
Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or Register online by: February 1
ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon
WINTER AFTERNOON “CAMPOUT” Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or
Love camping, but it's just a little too cold? Camp indoors while ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov
practicing putting up a tent and making a "fire", eating s'mores,
and more!
Date: Saturday, January 25, 2020 Time: 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Ages: 5+, under 13 w/adult Fee: $3/person
Register online by: January 24
Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon
Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or
ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov
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NATURE HOMESCHOOL - THE INCREDIBLE RAPTOR RAPTURE
JOURNEY Raptors, or birds of prey, are right at home in the estuary. Learn
What would it be like to take a journey as a water molecule? about hawks, eagles, and owls, and examine feathers left
Learn about the movement of water within the water cycle behind by these amazing animals.
through role playing, stories, and experiments.
Date: Sunday, February 9, 2020 Time: 2 - 3 p.m.
Dates: Wednesdays, February 5, 12 & 19, 2020 Ages: 5+, under 13 w/adult Fee: $3/person
Time: 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Ages: 6 - 12 Fee: $25/person Register online by: February 9 by 12 p.m.
Register online by: January 22 Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
Location: Eden Mill Nature Center 700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon
1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville
Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or
Contact: Eden Mill Nature Center, 410-836-3050 or
edenmill@harfordcountymd.gov ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov
TRACKS AND TRAILS HIKE
Join us for a hike as we search for animal tracks and signs
of wildlife around the park.
Date: Wednesday, February 5, 2020 Time: 3 - 4 p.m.
Ages: 6+, under 18 w/adult Fee: Free
Register online by: February 4 by 3 p.m.
Location: Eden Mill Park Pavilion
1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville
Contact: Eden Mill Nature Center, 410-836-3050 or MAPLE SYRUP: NATURE’S SWEET TREAT FOR
edenmill@harfordcountymd.gov HOMESCHOOL
Maple syrup, to some, liquid gold. Join us as we learn how
UNDER THE ICE HIKE maple syrup is harvested and made, what the weather has to
The creek may be frozen over but there is still life underneath. do with its production, and how to make a sweet winter treat.
Join us on a hike as we discuss how the animals of Deer Creek Date: Thursday, February 20, 2020 Time: 3 - 4 p.m.
survive the freeze. Ages: 6 - 18 Fee: $5/person
Date: Thursday, February 6, 2020 Time: 3 - 4 p.m. Register online by: February 6 by 3 p.m.
Ages: 6+, under 18 w/adult Fee: Free Location: Eden Mill Park Pavilion
Register online by: February 5 by 3 p.m. 1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville
Location: Eden Mill Park Pavilion Contact: Eden Mill Nature Center, 410-836-3050 or
1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville edenmill@harfordcountymd.gov
Contact: Eden Mill Nature Center, 410-836-3050 or
edenmill@harfordcountymd.gov SKUNK CABBAGE SEARCH
Find out how this very cool (or should we say hot?) plant manages
to bloom and grow in the cold temperatures of late winter. Search
the stream valleys of Leight Park to see if it has made an
appearance yet.
Date: Sunday, February 23, 2020 Time: 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Ages: 6+, under 13 w/adult Fee: $3/person
Register online by: February 23 by 12 p.m.
Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon
Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or
ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov
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CABIN FEVER HIKE
Tired of being cooped up inside all winter? Spring is nearly upon EDUCATIONAL
us, join us for a short hike and learn how trees are preparing for
Spring. We will learn what is going on inside their bark and
SIGNS FOR LIFE
how trees know when to bloom. We will meet at the tennis
court parking lot. Learn the basics of sign language through activities and games.
No experience required.
Date: Wednesday, February 26, 2020 Time: 3 - 4 p.m.
Ages: 6+, under 18 w/adult Fee: Free Date: Mondays, December 2 - 30, 2019
Register online by: February 25 by 3 p.m. Time: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Ages: 5 - 13 Fee: $20/person
Location: Forest Hill Recreation Complex
Register online by: November 30
21 Rock Spring Church Road
Contact: Eden Mill Nature Center, 410-836-3050 or Location: Forest Hill/ Hickory Activities Center
edenmill@harfordcountymd.gov 2213 Commerce Road, Forest Hill
Contact: Evan Myers, 410-638-3572 or
SKULL SKILLS FOR HOMESCHOOL emyers@harfordcountymd.gov
Have you ever found a skull or bones while out in the woods?
Do you know what animal left them? Join us as we learn how
we can use bones to tell a story of how that animal lived.
Date: Thursday, February 27, 2020 Time: 3 - 4 p.m.
Ages: 6 - 18 Fee: $3/person
Register online by: February 26 by 3 p.m.
Location: Eden Mill Park Pavilion
1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville
Contact: Eden Mill Nature Center, 410-836-3050 or
edenmill@harfordcountymd.gov
FAMILY FORT FUN
Can your family build a shelter that could keep you warm
during the long winter nights? Learn a few winter 101 survival
skills prior to heading into the woods to build your shelter.
Date: Saturday, December 14, 2019 Time: 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Ages: 8+, under 13 w/adult Fee: $2/person
Register online by: December 14 by 11:30 a.m.
Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon
Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or
ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov
REASON FOR THE SEASON
LEAPIN’ LIZARDS Why do we have seasons? What is a solstice? Join us as we
Leap into 2020 by learning all about Maryland’s lizards. Create make a winter solstice wreath, answer these questions and
and decorate your own leapin’ lizard to take home. more about our planet’s celestial schedule.
Date: Saturday, February 29, 2020 Time: 1 - 2 p.m. Date: Thursday, December 19 Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Ages: 5+, under 13 w/adult Fee: $3/person Ages: 6+, under 18 w/adult Fee: $10/person
Register online by: February 29 by 11 a.m. Register online by: December 5 by 6 p.m.
Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center Location: Eden Mill Nature Center
700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon 1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville
Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or Contact: Eden Mill Nature Center, 410-836-3050 or
ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov edenmill@harfordcountymd.gov
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KIDS BAKERY
Come out and create tasty treats that will be just as fun to
make as they are to eat! During the first class we will make a
cookie monster pie, the second class we will make jell-o cookies
and the third class we will make banana sushi.
Dates: Fridays, January 10 - 24, 2020 Time: 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Ages: 2 - 5, w/adult Fee: $20/person
SURPRISING SNOW SCIENCE Register online by: January 3
This is the season of that special frozen precipitation - snow! Location: Recreation Division Office
Be amazed and dazzled while participating in surprising 3889 Norrisville Road, Jarrettsville
experiments involving fake snow. Contact: Evan Myers, 410-638-3572 or
emyers@harfordcountymd.gov
Date: Saturday, January 4, 2020 Time: 2 - 3 p.m.
Ages: 5+, under 13 w/adult Fee: $5/person
Register online by: January 3 KID’S KOOKY SCIENCE EXPERIMENTS
Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center Calling all budding scientists! Don a lab coat and prepare to
700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon have fun while conducting hands-on experiments in our
Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or lab! Learn how the world around us works.
ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov
Date: Saturday, January 11, 2020 Time: 2:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Ages: 8 - 12 Fee: $5/participant
HOMESCHOOL SIGNS FOR LIFE
Register online by: January 10
Learn the basics of sign language through games and activities.
Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
No experience is necessary, just show up with ready hands. This
700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon
program is for Homeschoolers only.
Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or
Dates: Tuesdays, January 7 - February 4, 2020 ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov
Time: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Ages: 5 - 18 Fee: $20/person
Register online by: January 3
Location: Recreation Division Office
PRESCHOOL S.T.E.M.
3889 Norrisville Road, Jarrettsville
Contact: Evan Myers, 410-638-3572 or
EXPLORERS
emyers@harfordcountymd.gov Preschoolers will explore
science, technology,
engineering and mathematics
DIGGING IN FOR HOMESCHOOL through several brainy games
We will learn about how bulb plants grow in the spring time and activities!
and how some plants grow from cuttings! We will then get our
hands dirty by planting bulbs, planting and growing cuttings Dates: Thursdays,
and then designing and planting our own indoor oasis! January 16 - 30, 2020
Time: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Dates: Wednesdays, January 8 - 29, 2020 Ages: 2 - 5, w/ adult
Time: 1 - 2 p.m. Ages: 7 - 12 Fee: $25/person Fee: $15/person
Register online by: December 27 Register online by: Jan. 10
Location: Recreation Division Office Location: Recreation Division Office
3889 Norrisville Road, Jarrettsville 3889 Norrisville Road, Jarrettsville
Contact: Meghan Denhard, 410-638-3572 or Contact: Evan Myers, 410-638-3572 or
madenhard@harfordcountymd.gov emyers@harfordcountymd.gov
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HOMESCHOOL S.T.E.M. EXPLORERS VEGETABLE GARDENING FOR HOMESCHOOL -
Exercise your mind, imagination and get hands on as you GETTING READY FOR SPRING!
explore science, technology, engineering and mathematics Join us for our Gardening for Homeschool monthly series. We
through several brainy activities! start in February, where we will talk about which vegetables we
Dates: Wednesdays, February 5 - 19, 2020 should start early and what seeds we can direct sow in spring.
Time: 1 - 2 p.m. Ages: 6 - 12 Fee: $15/person We then plant our seeds and start getting ready for spring!
Register online by: January 30 Date: Friday, February 21, 2020 Time: 1 - 2 p.m.
Location: Recreation Division Office Ages: 6 - 14 Fee: $12/person
3889 Norrisville Road, Jarrettsville Register online by: February 14
Contact: Evan Myers, 410-638-3572 or Location: Recreation Division Office
emyers@harfordcountymd.gov 3889 Norrisville Road, Jarrettsville
HOMESCHOOL SPANISH CLASS Contact: Meghan Denhard, 410-638-3572 or
Come learn the basics of the Spanish language through four madenhard@harfordcountymd.gov
sessions of fun activities and games!
FISH FILLET FORAY
Dates: Fridays, February 7 - 28, 2020 Learn how to clean and fillet a whole fish, then move on to
Time: 3 - 4 p.m. Ages: 5 - 18 Fee: $20/session cooking and eating our delicious catches.
Register online by: January 31
Date: Saturday, February 22, 2020 Time: 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Location: Churchville Recreation Center - Level Building
Ages: 12+, under 13 w/adult Fee: $10/participant
3023 Level Road, Churchville
Register online by: February 21
Contact: Evan Myers, 410-638-3572 or
Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
emyers@harfordcountymd.gov
700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon
MAP AND COMPASS NAVIGATION FOR Contact: ACLEC, 410-612-1688 or
ACLEC@harfordcountymd.gov
HOMESCHOOL
Before GPS, a map and compass were imperative to find your
way. Come learn basic navigation skills using these tools, learn THERAPEUTIC RECREATION
how to read a topographic map, and determine your location
using triangulation. Programs designed for individuals with disabilities.
Dates: Wednesday, February 19, 2020 Please contact the Therapeutic Recreation Office at
Time: 3 - 4 p.m. Ages: 6 - 18 Fee: $8/person 410-638-4899 or rlkollasch@harfordcountymd.gov for
Register online by: February 5 by 3 p.m. further program information.
Location: Eden Mill Nature Center BINGO
1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville Spend Monday nights trying your luck at bingo with friends!
Contact: Eden Mill Nature Center, 410-836-3050 or Prizes available. Bingo is modified to three games played on
edenmill@harfordcountymd.gov one large-print card. Magnifiers and clappers are available.
Dates: Mondays, Dec. 2 & 23, 2019; Jan. 6 & 27, 2020;
Feb 3 & 24, 2020
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Ages: 13+ Fee: $6/per month
Register online by: 12 p.m. by first date of the month
Location: McFaul Activities Center
525 W. Macphail Road, Bel Air
Contact: Rachel Kollasch, CTRS, 410-638-4899 or
rlkollasch@harfordcountymd.gov
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THE BIG WALK - LANCASTER , PA CRAFT CLUB
Take a “Big Walk” designed for individuals with Parkinson’s Join us to create some fun crafts, supplies will be provided.
Disease, post-stroke, COPD, MS, ALS and any other Dates: Wednesdays, Dec. 18, 2019, Jan. 29,2020 & Feb. 26, 2020
neurodegenerative disease. Participants will walk the gym and Time: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Ages: 10+, under 18 w/adult
track their steps each day. Work on fluent movement, steady Fee: $10/session Register online by: 12/4, 1/15 & 2/12
pace, balance, endurance and more on a smooth, flat surface. Location: Churchville Recreation Center - Level Building
“Walk” from the Level building to Lancaster, PA in 11 weeks - 3023 Level Road, Churchville
80,000 steps. No class 12/25 or 1/1. Contact: Rachel Kollasch, CTRS, 410-638-4899 or
Dates: Wednesdays, December 4, 2019 - February 26, 2020 rlkollasch@harfordcountymd.gov
Time: 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. Ages: 17+ Fee: $5/person
Register online by: December 18
Location: Churchville Recreation Center - Level Building
3023 Level Road, Churchville
Contact: Rachel Kollasch, CTRS, 410-638-4899 or
rlkollasch@harfordcountymd.gov
EARTH ART
Join us as we bring the outdoors inside with some fun and easy
nature crafts. Snack will be provided.
Date: Fridays, Dec. 6, 2019, Jan. 3, 2020 and Feb. 7, 2020
Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Ages: 3 - 18, w/adult Fee: $5/person
Register online by: Nov. 22, Dec. 20 and Jan. 24
ADULT SOCIAL DANCES
Have fun with your friends and dance the night away. Snacks,
Location: Eden Mill Nature Center
drinks, and a DJ will be at each dance. Sign up for each dance
1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville
individually, or all 12 for a $12 dollar discount.
Contact: Aimee Dunn, 410-836-3050 or
aldunn@harfordcountymd.gov Dates: Fridays, Dec. 20, 2019, Jan. 17, 2020 & Feb. 21, 2020
Time: 7 - 9 p.m. Ages: 20+ Fee: $5/person per dance
Register online by: 12 p.m. on event date
DAYTIME BINGO Location: McFaul Activities Center
Spend a Thursday 525 W. Macphail Road, Bel Air
morning trying your Contact: Rachel Kollasch, CTRS, 410-638-4899 or
luck at Bingo with rlkollasch@harfordcountymd.gov
friends. Prizes for
those who win. KARAOKE NIGHT
Bingo is modified to Karaoke is a fun night to come out and sing songs with your
three games played family and friends. Register per day or for a full year.
on one large-print Dates: Fridays, Dec. 27, 2019, Jan. 31, 2020 & Feb. 28, 2020
card. Magnifiers and clappers are available. Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+, under 18 w/adult
Dates: Tuesdays, Dec. 10 & 17, Jan. 14 & 28, Feb. 11 & 25 Fee: $3/session Register online: 24hrs in advance
Time: 1– 2 p.m. Ages: 17+ Fee: $3/person Location: Churchville Recreation Center - Level Building
Register online by: 12 p.m. by day before program 3023 Level Road, Churchville
Location: Churchville Recreation Center - Level Building Contact: Rachel Kollasch, CTRS, 410-638-4899 or
3023 Level Road, Churchville rlkollasch@harfordcountymd.gov
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OPEN GYM CUPID’S CUTIES
Bring your friends for pick up sports, walking, and fun. Some Join your friends for a fun night of music, dancing and making
sports equipment will be provided. valentines. Wear red and pink to celebrate.
Dates: Wednesdays, January 8 - June 17, 2020 Date: Friday, February 7, 2020 Time: 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Time: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Ages: 16+ Fee: $10/session Ages: 4 - 10, w/adult Fee: $5/person
Register online by: February 26 Register online by: January 24
Location: Churchville Recreation Center - Level Building Location: Churchville Recreation Center - Level Building
3023 Level Road, Churchville 3023 Level Road, Churchville
Contact: Rachel Kollasch, CTRS, 410-638-4899 or Contact: Rachel Kollasch, CTRS, 410-638-4899 or
rlkollasch@harfordcountymd.gov rlkollasch@harfordcountymd.gov
FRIENDS OF TR MEETINGS
Please join us as we will be discuss issues involving therapeutic
recreation, gather advice and ideas for new programs, promote
current programs and discuss other relevant topics that come
up. We are looking for parents, friends, support staff, school
members, county employees and more! Feel free to come to one
or all of the following meetings below! Children are welcome at
all of the meetings as an activity will be set up during this time.
Bel Air Location:
WALKING IN THE WINTER WOODS Dates/Times: Friday, December 20; 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Get outside and enjoy nature and a walk! January; learn about Location: McFaul Activities Center
how plants and animals adapt to the season. February; search 525 W. Macphail Road, Bel Air
for the first signs of spring as we walk through the woods. Contact: Rachel Kollasch, CTRS at 410-638-4899 or
rlkollasch@harfordcountymd.gov
Dates: Saturdays, January 25 and February 22, 2020
Time: 1 - 2 p.m. Ages: 6+, under 18 w/ registered adult Forest Hill Location:
Fee: Free Register online by: January 24 Dates/Times: Thursdays, January 9 and February 13; 6 - 7 p.m.
Location: Ma & Pa Trail; Heavenly Waters Park Location: Forest Hill / Hickory Activities Center
702 N. Tollgate Road, Bel Air 2213 Commerce Road, Forest Hill
Contact: Meghan Denhard, 410-638-3572 or Contact: Rachel Kollasch, CTRS at 410-638-4899 or
madenhard@harfordcountymd.gov rlkollasch@harfordcountymd.gov
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
ADOPT A PARK SCOUT PROJECTS
Individuals, businesses and community groups can take part in Are you a Scout looking for a place to complete your Eagle Scout
this countywide beautification program. Assume an active role or Gold Award project that will benefit the community? We have
in the care and maintenance of your favorite local park. Dates/ active and passive parks throughout the county that may be a site
times/locations may vary. Contact Chad McGraw at 410-638- for your project. Contact Bryce Jacobson at 410-836-0558 or
3988 or cemcgraw@harfordcountymd.gov. brjacobson@harfordcountymd.gov.
THERAPEUTIC RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES
Therapeutic Recreation volunteer opportunities are available for many of our programs. Contact Rachel Kollasch, CTRS at
410-638-4899 or rlkollasch@harfordcountymd.gov.
Questions? Contact Harford County Parks & Recreation, 410-638-3572 or recreation@harfordcountymd.gov
19CANCELLATION/REIMBURSEMENT POLICY
We may cancel a program due to weather conditions, or if the program does not meet the required minimum number of
registrants, or for other reasons beyond our control. If a program is canceled, you will be notified and receive a full refund or
credit to your account. The refund will be mailed to you within four weeks; credits will be applied within three business days.
You may withdraw from a program at any time by contacting Parks and Recreation at 410-638-3572. You can choose to receive
a credit to your account or a full refund, minus a $5 administrative fee if you withdraw at least two weeks prior to the start of
the program (four weeks for camp). No refunds will be issued for later withdrawals or for missed classes.
INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY
Parks & Recreation may be closed or delayed depending on decisions by Harford County Government and Harford County
Public Schools. Please refer to this guide:
HARFORD COUNTY GOVERNMENT HARFORD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS PARKS & RECREATION
OPEN CLOSED CLOSED DURING SCHOOL HOURS
OPEN DELAYED OPEN AT 10 A.M.
OPEN EARLY CLOSURE P&R DIRECTOR DECIDES
DELAYED CLOSED CLOSED DURING SCHOOL HOURS
CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED
DELAYED WINTER BREAK/SCHOOL HOLIDAY OPEN AT 10 A.M.
Weekend cancellations and any other cancellation not mentioned above are determined by the director of Parks & Recreation
and will be posted on the county website.
HOW TO REGISTER ONLINE RECREATION OFFICE PHONE
Your account keeps track of receipts, displays a calendar of Aberdeen Activity Center: 410.638.4789
your upcoming activities, links to social media and lets you know Edgewood Recreation and Community Center: 410.612.1606
about unexpected schedule changes or cancellations. If you Anita C. Leight Estuary Center: 410.612.1688
need to create an account, follow the instructions below to Emmorton Recreation and Tennis Center: 410.638.3988
create your account and register for an activity. Chenowith Activity Center: 410.638.3559
Create a User Account: Forest Hill / Hickory Activities Center: 410.638.3616
1. Go to www.harfordcountymd.gov/parksrecregistration. Churchville Recreation Center - Glenville Bldg: 410.638.3853
2. Click “Log In/Create Account.” Havre de Grace Activity Center: 410.939.6724
3. Click “Create Your HARFORDCTY Account.” Churchville Recreation Center - Level Building: 410.638.4345
4. Fill in all fields with your information. William N. McFaul Activities Center: 410.638.3528
5. Click “Save & Close.” You are now ready to browse the Eden Mill Nature Center & Historic Mill Museum: 410.836.3050
online catalog.
Register for an Activity:
1. Search by the type of activity, or search programs by
ACCOMMODATIONS
location.
If you are in need of an ADA accommodation or modification,
2. Click on the activity to view program/session details. please contact the Therapeutic Recreation Office at least 2
3. Add registration(s) to your cart and go to your cart to checkout. weeks prior to the program start date at 410-638-4899.
4. You may need to answer questions depending upon the
activity chosen.
5. Enter payment information and complete your
transaction.
6. Registration is not complete until the payment is
processed and your receipt is displayed.
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